Description
This new and improved Lemon & Coconut Slice features a tangy and crumbly biscuit base combined with a creamy, zesty lemon frosting, topped with a sprinkle of desiccated coconut. It’s a delightful no-bake treat perfect for lemon lovers seeking a refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 80 g butter
- 250 g (3/4 cup) sweetened condensed milk
- 250 g plain sweet biscuits (like Arnott’s Marie biscuits)
- 90 g (1 cup) desiccated coconut
- Lemon juice and zest from 1 lemon
Frosting
- 360 g (3 cups) pure icing sugar
- 90 g butter (softened to room temperature)
- 75 ml (5 tbsp) extra lemon juice
- 20 g (3 tbsp) desiccated coconut (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Melt 80 g butter gently in a saucepan or microwave. Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and using a rolling pin. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, crushed biscuits, 90 g desiccated coconut, lemon zest, and lemon juice from one lemon. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a sticky mixture.
- Set the base: Press the mixture evenly into the base of a lined square or rectangular tin, creating an even and compact layer. Place the tin in the refrigerator and allow the base to chill and firm up for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Make the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the pure icing sugar, beating continuously to avoid lumps. Slowly add the 75 ml of extra lemon juice and continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable, with a tangy flavor.
- Assemble the slice: Once the base has set, spread the lemon frosting evenly over the chilled base to form a smooth layer. Sprinkle 20 g desiccated coconut evenly over the top as a finishing touch.
- Chill before serving: Return the slice to the refrigerator to chill for an additional 30 minutes to firm the frosting. Once set, cut into 20 squares and serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- This Lemon & Coconut Slice is a no-bake dessert that requires chilling time to set properly.
- The biscuit base can be made with any plain sweet biscuits, but Arnott’s Marie biscuits provide the best texture.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, adjust the lemon juice and zest quantities according to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To serve, you can let the slices soften slightly at room temperature for 10 minutes to enhance creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 252 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 197 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 23 mg
